Master Gardener Program
The mission of the Penn State MG volunteer program is to support the Penn State Cooperative Extension by utilizing research-based information to educate the public on best practices in consumer horticulture and environmental stewardship.
The Penn State University Master Gardener program was established to assist Cooperative Extension in reaching the consumer horticulture audience. The program provides interested individuals with extensive training in many phases of gardening. In return, participants dedicate volunteer time to teaching horticultural information based on university research and recommendations.
Training and volunteer service are coordinated at the county level by extension educators or trained volunteers. State wide functions are carried out by the State Master Gardener Coordinator and from the State Master Gardener Steering Committee.
Montgomery County Master Gardener News
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Are You Ready For the Master Gardener Plant Sale?
March 14, 2012It's time to start planning your garden - and the Master Gardener Plant Sale on May 19th is the perfect place to get your plants!
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2012 Montgomery County Master Gardener Programs
March 14, 2012Programs for the public presented by Montgomery County Master Gardeners
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Make Your Own Garden Gazing Ball
February 12, 2012Gazing balls, often with vibrant colors, add an interesting element to any garden. -
Pennsylvania’s Wild Mushrooms
February 12, 2012You can find these fungi growing abundantly throughout the state - if you know where to look. -
It’s Time to Prune Tree and Berry Fruits!
February 12, 2012An often asked question is; should I or can I cut the ends of the branches back? The answer lies in what variety you are pruning, why you want to cut them back and how they are growing.
Upcoming Events
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Community Forestry Management Institute
June 6, 2012Join us for a rewarding two-day program that will help you manage and care for your community trees and forests. Plan to share your experiences as well as gain from the successes of others.
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Let's Talk Tools
June 9, 2012A Penn State Extension Philadelphia Master Gardener Second Saturday presentation on garden tools and their selection. Gardening can be a lot easier with the right tools and equipment. The tools you choose shape your experience and the quality of your garden. Join Master Gardener Loretta DeMarco as she helps you learn what tools you need, what other tools you may want, and how to choose the best tools for your and your garden. -
State Master Gardener Conference at Penn State
June 22-23, 2012The Master Gardener State Conference Committee has been working hard to plan a great Master Gardener Conference for June 22-23, 2012 at University Park.
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Selecting Perennials to Suit Your Gardening Goals
July 14, 2012A Penn State Philadelphia Master Gardener Second Saturday presentation. Learn how site conditions and personal tastes relate to choosing perennials. Two experienced gardeners talk about plants they’ve learned to love and those they love to hate. Susan Nowlan, Philadelphia Co Master Gardener and Conna Clark have each gardened on one site for over 25 years. Bring your own stories to share in a lively discussion of perennial selection successes and disasters. -
Tree Ordinance Workshop
July 19, 2012Due to popular request, Dr. William Elmendorf, Associate Professor of Urban Forestry, Penn State University, will introduce community tree ordinance concepts. He will concentrate on street tree and tree preservation from a planning perspective and welcomes the sharing of municipal code for real life examples. Expect to learn of the powers given from the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code and the anatomy of an effective ordinance. Attorney Gilbert High, known nationally for his extensive knowledge of municipal and tree law, will compliment the previous presentations with liability and legalities. A natural resource panel follows up with real life perspective and experience. Bring your questions and experiences!
